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Dec 19, 2024 • 5min

Slip Robotics snags $28M for its bots that can load a truck in five minutes

Drop by any given loading dock and a buzz of forklifts — loaded up with goods — can be spotted maneuvering in and out of truck trailers. This logistical dance can take up to an hour to fill a trailer, leaving truck drivers in idle limbo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 19, 2024 • 3min

Grammarly acquires productivity startup Coda, brings on new CEO

Grammarly is acquiring productivity startup Coda, the company announced on Tuesday. As part of the deal, Coda’s CEO and co-founder Shishir Mehrotra will become the new CEO of Grammarly. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Dec 18, 2024 • 4min

Focused Energy buys two of the world’s most powerful lasers for its fusion quest

The startup's ambitious plan involves installing massive lasers for their fusion power facility in the San Francisco Bay Area. They focus on inertial confinement fusion and the groundbreaking advancements in laser technology. The conversation covers the hurdles they face in scaling up this innovative tech. There’s also a goal to achieve commercial fusion power by 2035, making waves in the energy sector.
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Dec 18, 2024 • 5min

Prequel is building a community-driven approach to finding software bugs

A startup is revolutionizing software bug detection with a community-driven approach. By mirroring cybersecurity practices, they empower developers to collaborate and share insights on vulnerabilities. This method not only promotes proactive solutions but also fosters a robust database of software failure patterns, paving the way for more reliable software development.
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Dec 17, 2024 • 4min

Revisiting 19th-century Paris with VR

Discover a groundbreaking virtual reality experience that transports you to 19th-century Paris, celebrating the origins of Impressionism. This innovative journey combines art, history, and technology, all developed by a passionate French startup. Dive into the immersive world despite some technical hiccups that challenge the endeavor. Uncover how VR is evolving and what it means for cultural experiences in the post-pandemic world.
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Dec 17, 2024 • 4min

Flare raises $30M to thwart info-stealers like those used on Snowflake customers

Explore the rising menace of info-stealer malware and its impact on cybersecurity. Discover how a Montreal startup is revolutionizing the fight against account takeovers with innovative solutions. Learn about a new service that monitors the dark web for compromised credentials while automating password resets. With a significant funding boost, this startup is gearing up to expand its efforts against cybercrime and make waves in the threat intelligence market.
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Dec 16, 2024 • 4min

As AI-fueled disinformation explodes, here comes the startup counterattack

Disinformation is causing alarm for businesses, especially with the rise of AI. A London startup, Refute, is stepping up to tackle this challenge by detecting and responding to these false narratives. With a recent funding boost of £2.3 million, the team's expertise in national security and internet infrastructure positions them as key players in the fight against misinformation. The conversation shines a light on the critical need for tools to protect companies in this new digital landscape.
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Dec 16, 2024 • 3min

Activate and The Engine Accelerator team up to train scientists to become founders 

Discover how Activate and The Engine Accelerator are revolutionizing the path from scientific research to entrepreneurship. They’re joining forces to equip scientists with the skills needed to tackle climate change and innovate successfully. This collaboration highlights the growing trend of turning scientific innovations into impactful startups. Tune in to learn about the benefits of such partnerships in accelerating scientific advancements!
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Dec 13, 2024 • 7min

Twelve Labs is building AI that can analyze and search through videos

Jae Lee, co-founder of Twelve Labs, is leading innovative AI advancements in video analysis. He discusses how their models aim to understand videos like text, unlocking exciting new applications. The conversation also highlights a recent $30 million funding boost to enhance market reach and ethical implications tied to national security. Lee emphasizes the technology's potential for improving content accessibility and collaboration across industries, making video search smarter than ever.
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Dec 13, 2024 • 4min

Upvest, a stock trading API used by N26, Revolut and others, raises $105 million

Discover how Upvest just raised $105 million to fuel its growth in the competitive fintech landscape. Learn about their white-label investment platform that powers major players like N26 and Revolut. The discussion highlights their plans to customize services for various European markets, gearing up for a wave of expansion. Dive into the strategic moves that could reshape the investment platform sector!

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